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Owner of new Greek bistro 'proud' to open in 'best street' in Northampton town centre

The owner of a brand-new Greek café and restaurant says he is "proud" to have opened in "the best street" in Northampton.

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Northampton secondary school 'proud' of 'Good' Ofsted rating two years after damning 'inadequate' grading

A secondary school in Northampton says it is ‘proud’ of its latest ‘Good’ Ofsted report – two years after it was rated ‘inadequate’.

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Police investigating 'suspicious' incident where teenage girl was 'grabbed' and 'told to get into car' on busy Northampton road

Police are investigating a ‘suspicious’ incident where a teenage girl was ‘grabbed by the arm’ and ‘told to get into a car’ on a busy road in Northampton.

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Council ‘keen’ to work with Frank Bruno MBE to prevent closure of beloved Boxing Academy in Northampton

A glimmer of hope has emerged that could save Frank Bruno’s Boxing Academy from closing for good.

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Loved ones of ‘bubbly, kind and humble’ mother overwhelmed by response to funeral fundraiser

The loved ones of a “bubbly, kind and humble” mother, who sadly lost her courageous battle with cancer aged 38, have been overwhelmed by the response to a fundraising page to cover her funeral costs.

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Christmas toys 2024: ‘hottest toys’ list revealed and it includes a ‘fart blaster’ and Stitch toys

Santa might be on the hunt for these gifts this year 🎅

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Northampton care home celebrates 10 years open – and ‘kind and compassionate’ relationships built

A Northampton care home recently celebrated 10 years open, and the “kind and compassionate” relationships built with residents and their families.

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Busy supermarket in Northampton slammed by customers for 'going downhill fast' following changes

A busy supermarket in Northampton has been slammed by customers for going ‘downhill’ fast following changes to its checkout services.

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‘Community spirit’ housing scheme launched in West Northamptonshire where residents can open their homes to those in need

A new housing scheme has been launched in West Northamptonshire where residents are invited to open their homes to those in need of short-term accommodation.

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Weather dog owners advice: When is it too cold to walk your dog? Advice on walking dogs in low temperatures

With temperatures having plummeted, bringing snowy and icy weather across the UK, it’s important to keep your dog warm during their walk

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What is a dodgy Firestick? How to tell if your Firestick is illegal and what the punishment is

You could land in some hot water 😬

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'Broken' Northampton family demanding answers after son's death now told inquest will be held

The ‘broken’ family of Luke Abrahams campaigning for answers after their son died a week after complaining of a sore throat have been told an inquest will now be held.

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Concerns over childhood vaccination rates as numbers decline across Northamptonshire

North Northamptonshire Council (NNC) has flagged the need to increase vaccination uptake in children and young people as an area of concern.

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Wait times for child mental health treatment in Northamptonshire halves since last year, but still around six months

Wait times for children trying to access treatment within child mental health services in Northamptonshire have halved since last year, but still sit at around six months on average.

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Black Friday: the 10 scams shoppers need to watch for as Amazon sales start

Shoppers need to remain vigilant over Black Friday 🚨

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Google Shielded Email: how will Gmail feature work, is it free and release date

What a change this would be! 📧

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'Grim reality': WNC contractor denies claims from former Northampton town centre litter warden

A firm which issues fines to people who drop litter and cigarette ends on the streets of Northampton ‘strongly refute’ claims made by a former employee.

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The John Griff Column: Whether the weather…

‘Siri – is it going to snow today?’ Pause. ‘It doesn’t look like it’s going to snow today.’ Another pause. ‘Siri – are you sure?’ Pause. ‘There’s no snow in the forecast for today.’ OK – suit yourself, but there’s a load of cold, white stuff covering everything outside.

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Met Office issues yellow weather warning for ice across parts of Northamptonshire

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for ice across parts of Northamptonshire.

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Dog attack in Northamptonshire village leaves woman with puncture wound

Witnesses are being sought after a woman was bitten by a dog in the grounds of Grendon Cricket Club in Easton Way, Grendon.